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4 ; ' ' i ' V ''"'-''.' 1 ,.-.w? -pf .V. M,V' La Plata Home Press Only Weekly In County Receiving Direct Wire News Service largest Circulation of Any Weekly Published In Macon Connly VOL. XXXXI RESOLUTION THROUGH 82 TO 6 SIX SENATORS VOTE AGAINST IT LA FOLIETTE AND STONE MAKE SPEECHES Bill Measure Goes To Honse After Passage . F .1 I ... ft. Al riohota J "UICtl fcUllg Iflinu VUl vcuai In House 2,000,000 Men Special to Home Press Washington, April 4 The resolution declaring that a state of war exists between the United States and Germany was adopted in the Senate tonight by a vote of 82 to 6. The measure was sent to the House, where debate will begin 10 o'clock tomorrow morning to continue until action is taken. THE SENATORS WHO VOTED "NO" Senators who cast the negative votes tonight were: Gronna of North Dakota, La Follette of Wisconsin, Norris, of Nebraska, Lane of Oregon, Stone of Missouri and Vardaman f Mississippi. The resolution, drafted after consultation with the State Department and already accepted by the House committee, says the state of war trust upon the United States by Germany is formally declared, and directs the President to employ the entire military and naval forces and the resources of the government to carry on war and bring it to a successful termination. Army Details Worked Ont Special to Home Frees Washington, April 5. Final details of the administration's plans for raising armies to fight Germany were worked out here today at a conference between Secretary of War Baker, and Secretary Chamberlain of the Senate committee. The sensational feature of debate in the House this afternoon on the Flood-Martin state of war resolution, was a challange by Representative Cooper of Wisconsin of President Wilson's assertion that American lives were lost when the Sussex was imperiled. This statement was not true, Cooper declared. He also defended the McLemore resolution which would have kept Americans off of armed ships. Germans Evacuating St. Qnentin Special to Home Pies London, April 5, 1917. German forces have evacuated the western outskirts of their great stronghold, St. Quentin, under the terrific artillery fire of the British and French. Press dispatches today stated that both the British and French have made new progress north, west and 'south of St. Quentin, capturing more villages and steppes of strategic high ground. Correspondents at the front state that the British and French troops received with shouts of joy the news that the United States is going into war on the side of the allies, and may send troops to Europe by this summer. Long Day l Debate is Btise Special to Home Pb Washington, April 5. The Flood Martin resolution declaring that a state of war exists between the United States and Germany was called for debate in the House this morning at 10:13, just 13 minutes after the body met. A long da of debate was in prospect as the House settled down to business. Irred T KircdiM Mr. and Mrs. George Cole were packing their household goods Monday relative to moving to Marceline where the? will make their fnture home. Mr. Cole is general form ao of the water service department of the Santa Fe. LA PLATA, LA PLATA WILL HOLD SPECIAL ELECTION For Purpose of Voting on Light Franchise and Street Lighting Contract The City of La Plata will hold a special election on Friday, April 27th for the purpose of voting on a twenty-year franchise and a ten year 'street lighting contract to the LaPlata Light, Heat and Ice Company of LaPlata. Should the proposition carry, the La Plata plant will then become the property of Chicago owners, who are now operating plants at Kirksville, Moberly, Huntsville and Booneville. A transmission line will be built from Kirksville to LaPlata within a period of five months from the date of passage and we will re- iceive twenty-tour hour service at maximum rate of 12 cents a kilo- wat, with a sliding scale for the amount of current consumed for lighting purposes, and a maximum ot 10 cents a kilowat for power. If the bills are paid before the fourth of month one cent per kil owat will be deducted. This will give the citizens a reduction of 4 cents per kilowat with twenty-four hour service. At the election booth the franchise will require a majority and the street lighting contract a two-thirds majority. Should either fail to carry both propositions will be null and void. Changes In The Game Laws ot Missouri The rumor that has gained wide circulation in North Missouri that there has been a closed season tor five years placed on quail is not true. The onlv changes made in our present game laws are as follows:Setting aside five percent of the game fund for the purchase of a public park in South Missouri. Paying a bounty of 50c each on the scalps of the chicken hawk. Repealing the old Section 6521a pertaining to fur bearing animals and Dassiag a Section known as 6521a, making more certain the punishment of any one who kills, takes, sells, offers to sell or buy, or has in possession any fur bearing animal during the closed season; the closed season is the entire year with the exception of December and January. The remainder of the game laws are just exactly the same as the nnes of 1916. $10.00 on grown wolves, $3 00 cubs. The scalps with both ears intact must be presented to the P.nnntv Clerk within six month from date of killing. W. W. Henderson, Deputy Fish and Game Com missioner. Republicans Elect Two Aldermen At the reeular city election Tnesdav. Georee Heather and Fred Mairens, republicans and D Milt Griffin, democrat, were elect- H AlrWmen. H. P. Holmes and J. G. Magers were the defeated democratic candidates. Mr. Mairens was elected for a term of one year to fill the unexpired term of P. E. Jepson, and D. MiltGrif fin and George Heather were elected for a term of two years. This gives La Plata a democratic mayor, three republicans and one democrat aldermen. Mr. Mairens defeated his democrat opponent 4 votes while Geo. Heather was elected by 13 votes. ScM Dkectsrs EltdeJ E.O.Jones and Geo. A. Dod-son were elected school directors last Tuesday. The vote for increase in tax levy carried by a good substantial majority. Freshest, buffalo and halibut fish at west side market. Phone 10 MACON COUNTY, MISSOURI, THURSDAY, APRIL GOE Grasp This Great Big Dollar It's Yonrs. Editor Home Press, LaPlata, Mo., We gently fold a P. O. order herein as a token of good faith and to set our subscription to the two-thirds of a year point, and then if the requisite is not in evidence for a longer period, just know that life is so strenuous that a "big dollar" looks like a full moon, and will buy a piece of bull-neck larger than a baby's heel (if the baby is real durned little), and bull-neck is a delicacy now. We laid the dsllar down by a potato and the potato rolled over in contempt. We thought for a while of "beating the editor" and buying sugar with it, but when we became cognizant of the gruesome fact that it would not purchase enough of the "cane" to cause a quarrel over two cups of mock tea, we again concluded to "remember the editor," and let him buy an old but fleeless rabbit for Easter and feast like townfolks. If a dollar looks as large to the editor as it does to the average reader, he needs a step-ladder to go up one side of it to look over and offer prayer while up. A dollar is the "whole cheese" now, minus the flavor and everybody takes it now, even with the "taint." We did not kiss it when it left, but should it ever return we'll greet it with the "glad hand" and pass it over to the meat man for another decoration of "neck." Speaking of neck re minds us that "we are in a state ot war today," so to speak, by refer ence to congressional maneuvers. and. By Heck! we are not any portion of a war dog, nor will we bark so as you could notice it, and thus maybe, "save our neck." We reioice with those who re joice that our old Missouri friend, Champ Clark, whom we have met in Washington, is again, and very properly too, chosen speaker of the House for another term. He ii the man, but not the "Mann" for the place at this critical time. If we have to swallow Ger many, limberger, kraut and wienies, all at once, let us "go to it" and swill it down and be done with the obnoxious job. But we should be certain that we have a whale's belly in waiting, for it may prove a "dose." They are "some" behind the gun and in the trenches, and e are "fresh fish" at that business. Sincerely for Peace, Chas. N. Mitchell. Martha E. Fisher Martha E. Fisher was born in Randolph county, Mo., February 8, 1844; died at LaPlata, Mo.. April 1, 1917, aged 73 years 1 month and 24 days. She was Married at Plattsmouth Neb., to John Fisher, Nov. 24, 1865. To this union were born four children, three of whom survive her. Robert Fisher, of Seattle, Wash., Dr. Lee Fisher of Hannibal; and Mrs. John T. Barker, of Kansas City. She is also survived by her husband and one brother. She became a christian and united with the church in about 1868. She has lived to prove the reality of her faith, and died in the triumphs of a christian's death. Funeral services were held at the residence, Tuesday at 10:30 a. m. conducted by Rev. F. L. Hudson, after which the remains were laid to rest in La Plata cemetery. The Home Peess extends sympathy to the beresved relstives. feather Hirkl To Bt Pi Fair tonight, probably frost. Friday fsir and warmer. EMPEROR WILLIAM NEAR DEATH'S DOOR B RIGHT'S DISEASE GRIPS THE KAISER Says He Can Last Only A Few Months- German American Bankers Gives News As Authentic Soecial to Home'.Press London, April 5, 1917 The Morning Post today printed a cablegram from its Washington correspondent saying that Em peror William is fatally ill with Rrieht's Disease, and that his death probably will occur within a few months. This information, it was said, was secured from German-American bankers. MANY CASES ON THE DOCKET AT MACON Damage Snits Are In The Lead 195 Cases Are Docketed Macon, Mo., April 4. There are 195 cases on the Macon Circuit Court docket for April. Judge Drain of Shelbyville will be here to open court the 16th. Damage cases have the lead. Next are liquor leases, of which there ate 40, less than half that was on the docket at the last term. There are 22 divorce cases and five change of venve cases. The largest case to be tried is that of Mattie C. Peltzer, against two insurance companies that had issued policies on her husband's life. Peltzer fell from the upper window of a skyscrapper building in Kansas City, and the issue is as to the cause of his death. It is said it will take a week to try one of the cases. Another case is that of Ely J. and Emma Edwards aeainstWm.E. Nottingham, Ed Courtney and Manly Fuller. The plaintiffs sue for $1,450 actual damages and $2,500 punitive damaees, alleging that defend ants conspired to defraud them in a trade for their farm. PEACE MOVEMENT IN AUSTRIA-HUNGARY May Make Separate Peace Germany Says Their War Aims Are Different Special to Home Press London, April 5, 1917. ine peace movement in Austria-Hun gary is reported to be growing with but little check from the government. Dispatches from Hague say that the Prussian conservatives have realized that the war aims of Austria-Hungary are different from those of Germany, and political opinions differ also. An Amsterdam dispatch says that Emperor Charles of Austria intends to make a public state ment shortly on the peace efforts of the Central Powers. Chronicle-Herald Boys Times Democrat The Macon Daily Chronicle-Herald has purchased the Macon Times-Democrat and will move their office to their new possession about the middle of this month. The Times-Democrat has been remaining idle since it went into himVrnntev. The olant was sold by the referee, J. D. Gattey purchasing same. Last week Mr. Gattey sold the plant to the Chroicle Herald. It has been demonstrated to the satisfaction of every ore in Macon that two dailies could not exist there and an effort has been on toot for some time to consolidate the two before the Times Democrat failed, but with no result. JAeJ:JCf,TC,e'"ri:L'i .'a' l Press wishes them success and a clear field. AH Ptst-ustert Cider OJ Service Washington, Mar. 31 Post-muster General Burleson issued an order today formally placingi all first, second and third class postmasters under civil service. All such prospective postmasters receiving commisicns must pass a civil service elimination, sltho they are still to be selected by the President and their Domination, must be confirmed by thePresident. 5, 1917. Methodist Episcopal Church Our services next Sunday will be an observation of the Resurrection of the Christ, with a ser mon at the morning hour by Mrs. J. L. Bilbv. The choir is pre paring special music for the morning and evening. Every teacher, officer and member of the Sunday School should endeavor to make this the best day of the year. Please do not forget the special offering for the Mission Fields. A welcome to all, who will worship with us. KIRKSVILLE VISITED - BY DISASTROUS FIRE Four Buildings Are Burned To Ground Had Low Pressure of Water Fire, supposedly originating in the livery barn at Kirksville last Saturdav morning, caused the loss of two livery barns, roller skating rink and the Wabash restaurant. The fire was discovered about 3:30 a. m. Wind was blowing a regular hurricane and it soon spread from one building to another. With a low pressure ot water the fireman were unable to check the flames. The loss is estimated at $25,000 Is Now Virginia Island Washington, Mar. 31 The Dan ish West Indies, rechnstianed the Virginia Island at 11:00 today . . Ti 1 were tormany turnea over Dy Denmark to the United States Government. Danish Minister Brun received from Secretary of State Lansing a draft tor $25,000 f)f)0 the nurchase orice of the is lands drawn upon the treasury and signed by President Wilson, Secretary of State Lansing and Secretary of the treasury, McAdoo. Immediately thereafter Secretary of Navy Daniels dispatched the following message to Captain E. T. Pollock: "You are advised to take over the islands in the name of the United States." The Danish minister sent the following message to the Danish Governor: "You are authorized to deiiver the islands in the name ot trie king." Special Easter Service, Presbyterian Church The Presbyterian Choir will give their Easter Song Service, on Easter, at 11 o'clock. The progam is one ot the best mat the choir has prepared, and those who enjoy good music will not De disappointed in the service. The entire morning hour will be given to the music, which will consist of solos, duet, quartette, Men's Chorus and anthems for mixed voices. The service has been arranged and prepared at the expense of no little time and effort. All are welcome to enjoy the service who desire. No service in the evening. Meres Ts Kirksville G. G. Morris and family left Saturday for Kirksville to make their future home. Mr. Morris has accepted a position with the Palace Cafe at that place. They have many fnend here who will be sorry to learn of theirdep-irt-ure, but wish them success in their new location. Mr. and Mrs- H. L Sears Eatertaia Mr.andMri.il. I. Sears entertained the members of the card club and their husbands at their ihome Tuesday evening. Auction Bridce was the game of the even- ling after which dainty refresh ments were served and a good time had by those present. Ens leach Asstbei Ti ftp-rml tm Hob r Cattle 18O0 steady to strong, too 114.00 Hogs. 8.000 market 20 to 33 higher, top $15.75 new high record.Sheep 1100 steady, top IS 40. Ernest Landree of Atlanta was a business caller berc today. NO. 33 CHAMP CLARK ELECTED SPEAKER BLIND CONGRESSMAN NOMINATES HIM Vote Stood 217 to 205 Representative Green Nominates Mann No Time for Party Disadvantages Washington, April 2. Champ Clark of Missouri was re-elected Speaker of the House of the 65th congress soon after 1 o'clock today. Of the 435 members of that body, 420 were present. The nominating speech for the Speaker came from Representative Schall, the Progressive-Re publican of Minnesota, who, m the unofficial poll had been lined up as certain to vote for the Republican candidate, Representative Mann. Representative Mann was nominated by Representative Green of Massachusetts. The 65th congress got under way promptly at noon today. On the stroke of 12, the gavel fell in both houses of cowgress. In the house of Representatives Clerk South Tremble called the assemblage to order. The senate already organized, was called to order by Vice-President Marshall. After the clerk had called the House to order a prayer was offered by the blind Chaplain Rev. Henry Couden. "If war has been, or shall be forced on us," the chaplain said, "we pray that the heart of every American may throb with patriotic zeal, and that they shall uphold the President in whatever he may be called upon to do." After the reading of the President's proclamation convening the 65th congress in evtrordiu-ary session, the roll call ofrrtm-beis-elect was called to ascertain if there was a quorum pres ent. While the war spirit grew as the national legislature assembled the corridors were filled with visitors wearing peace badges. These read, "Keep us out of war." Comparatively few of the pacifists or the pro-wpr followers gained admission to the galleries proper. A dramatic moment of the House preliminary organization was the nomination of Lhr.mp Progressive-Republican Tiiom-as C. Schnall of Minnesota, the blind representative, was led to the center of the house by a page. His introductory remarks were of a patriotic nature. He continued in part: A state divided against itself in time of peace may stand, but today a division might be a serious matter. "We should forgo party advantage in a time like this. "Were my country not in the face of an international crisis, with the President and senate Democratic, it would be a matter of party prids me to cast my ballot for the Republican candi date. "With mv sightless eyes I Would be of H tie service to my country on the field of battle, but I can ue the sight God has given me to vote tight today. 1 believe the President she uid have a Democratic House behind him, and for that reason I shall cast my vote for that Progressive Democrat. Chan p Clark of Mis souri. A great wave rf Democratic applause sweot over the house as Representative Schall concluded. The Republicans sat silent. Schall then placed the rtrr.e cf Champ Clark in nomination for the Speakership. CardsfTsaaks We wish to exrre our sincere tharks to the rrary friends and neighbors for assistance and words of comfort during the sickness and death cf err wife and nuther. Johw Fisbbi AKD FAMILT.

4 ; ' ' i ' V ''"'-''.' 1 ,.-.w? -pf .V. M,V' La Plata Home Press Only Weekly In County Receiving Direct Wire News Service largest Circulation of Any Weekly Published In Macon Connly VOL. XXXXI RESOLUTION THROUGH 82 TO 6 SIX SENATORS VOTE AGAINST IT LA FOLIETTE AND STONE MAKE SPEECHES Bill Measure Goes To Honse After Passage . F .1 I ... ft. Al riohota J "UICtl fcUllg Iflinu VUl vcuai In House 2,000,000 Men Special to Home Press Washington, April 4 The resolution declaring that a state of war exists between the United States and Germany was adopted in the Senate tonight by a vote of 82 to 6. The measure was sent to the House, where debate will begin 10 o'clock tomorrow morning to continue until action is taken. THE SENATORS WHO VOTED "NO" Senators who cast the negative votes tonight were: Gronna of North Dakota, La Follette of Wisconsin, Norris, of Nebraska, Lane of Oregon, Stone of Missouri and Vardaman f Mississippi. The resolution, drafted after consultation with the State Department and already accepted by the House committee, says the state of war trust upon the United States by Germany is formally declared, and directs the President to employ the entire military and naval forces and the resources of the government to carry on war and bring it to a successful termination. Army Details Worked Ont Special to Home Frees Washington, April 5. Final details of the administration's plans for raising armies to fight Germany were worked out here today at a conference between Secretary of War Baker, and Secretary Chamberlain of the Senate committee. The sensational feature of debate in the House this afternoon on the Flood-Martin state of war resolution, was a challange by Representative Cooper of Wisconsin of President Wilson's assertion that American lives were lost when the Sussex was imperiled. This statement was not true, Cooper declared. He also defended the McLemore resolution which would have kept Americans off of armed ships. Germans Evacuating St. Qnentin Special to Home Pies London, April 5, 1917. German forces have evacuated the western outskirts of their great stronghold, St. Quentin, under the terrific artillery fire of the British and French. Press dispatches today stated that both the British and French have made new progress north, west and 'south of St. Quentin, capturing more villages and steppes of strategic high ground. Correspondents at the front state that the British and French troops received with shouts of joy the news that the United States is going into war on the side of the allies, and may send troops to Europe by this summer. Long Day l Debate is Btise Special to Home Pb Washington, April 5. The Flood Martin resolution declaring that a state of war exists between the United States and Germany was called for debate in the House this morning at 10:13, just 13 minutes after the body met. A long da of debate was in prospect as the House settled down to business. Irred T KircdiM Mr. and Mrs. George Cole were packing their household goods Monday relative to moving to Marceline where the? will make their fnture home. Mr. Cole is general form ao of the water service department of the Santa Fe. LA PLATA, LA PLATA WILL HOLD SPECIAL ELECTION For Purpose of Voting on Light Franchise and Street Lighting Contract The City of La Plata will hold a special election on Friday, April 27th for the purpose of voting on a twenty-year franchise and a ten year 'street lighting contract to the LaPlata Light, Heat and Ice Company of LaPlata. Should the proposition carry, the La Plata plant will then become the property of Chicago owners, who are now operating plants at Kirksville, Moberly, Huntsville and Booneville. A transmission line will be built from Kirksville to LaPlata within a period of five months from the date of passage and we will re- iceive twenty-tour hour service at maximum rate of 12 cents a kilo- wat, with a sliding scale for the amount of current consumed for lighting purposes, and a maximum ot 10 cents a kilowat for power. If the bills are paid before the fourth of month one cent per kil owat will be deducted. This will give the citizens a reduction of 4 cents per kilowat with twenty-four hour service. At the election booth the franchise will require a majority and the street lighting contract a two-thirds majority. Should either fail to carry both propositions will be null and void. Changes In The Game Laws ot Missouri The rumor that has gained wide circulation in North Missouri that there has been a closed season tor five years placed on quail is not true. The onlv changes made in our present game laws are as follows:Setting aside five percent of the game fund for the purchase of a public park in South Missouri. Paying a bounty of 50c each on the scalps of the chicken hawk. Repealing the old Section 6521a pertaining to fur bearing animals and Dassiag a Section known as 6521a, making more certain the punishment of any one who kills, takes, sells, offers to sell or buy, or has in possession any fur bearing animal during the closed season; the closed season is the entire year with the exception of December and January. The remainder of the game laws are just exactly the same as the nnes of 1916. $10.00 on grown wolves, $3 00 cubs. The scalps with both ears intact must be presented to the P.nnntv Clerk within six month from date of killing. W. W. Henderson, Deputy Fish and Game Com missioner. Republicans Elect Two Aldermen At the reeular city election Tnesdav. Georee Heather and Fred Mairens, republicans and D Milt Griffin, democrat, were elect- H AlrWmen. H. P. Holmes and J. G. Magers were the defeated democratic candidates. Mr. Mairens was elected for a term of one year to fill the unexpired term of P. E. Jepson, and D. MiltGrif fin and George Heather were elected for a term of two years. This gives La Plata a democratic mayor, three republicans and one democrat aldermen. Mr. Mairens defeated his democrat opponent 4 votes while Geo. Heather was elected by 13 votes. ScM Dkectsrs EltdeJ E.O.Jones and Geo. A. Dod-son were elected school directors last Tuesday. The vote for increase in tax levy carried by a good substantial majority. Freshest, buffalo and halibut fish at west side market. Phone 10 MACON COUNTY, MISSOURI, THURSDAY, APRIL GOE Grasp This Great Big Dollar It's Yonrs. Editor Home Press, LaPlata, Mo., We gently fold a P. O. order herein as a token of good faith and to set our subscription to the two-thirds of a year point, and then if the requisite is not in evidence for a longer period, just know that life is so strenuous that a "big dollar" looks like a full moon, and will buy a piece of bull-neck larger than a baby's heel (if the baby is real durned little), and bull-neck is a delicacy now. We laid the dsllar down by a potato and the potato rolled over in contempt. We thought for a while of "beating the editor" and buying sugar with it, but when we became cognizant of the gruesome fact that it would not purchase enough of the "cane" to cause a quarrel over two cups of mock tea, we again concluded to "remember the editor," and let him buy an old but fleeless rabbit for Easter and feast like townfolks. If a dollar looks as large to the editor as it does to the average reader, he needs a step-ladder to go up one side of it to look over and offer prayer while up. A dollar is the "whole cheese" now, minus the flavor and everybody takes it now, even with the "taint." We did not kiss it when it left, but should it ever return we'll greet it with the "glad hand" and pass it over to the meat man for another decoration of "neck." Speaking of neck re minds us that "we are in a state ot war today," so to speak, by refer ence to congressional maneuvers. and. By Heck! we are not any portion of a war dog, nor will we bark so as you could notice it, and thus maybe, "save our neck." We reioice with those who re joice that our old Missouri friend, Champ Clark, whom we have met in Washington, is again, and very properly too, chosen speaker of the House for another term. He ii the man, but not the "Mann" for the place at this critical time. If we have to swallow Ger many, limberger, kraut and wienies, all at once, let us "go to it" and swill it down and be done with the obnoxious job. But we should be certain that we have a whale's belly in waiting, for it may prove a "dose." They are "some" behind the gun and in the trenches, and e are "fresh fish" at that business. Sincerely for Peace, Chas. N. Mitchell. Martha E. Fisher Martha E. Fisher was born in Randolph county, Mo., February 8, 1844; died at LaPlata, Mo.. April 1, 1917, aged 73 years 1 month and 24 days. She was Married at Plattsmouth Neb., to John Fisher, Nov. 24, 1865. To this union were born four children, three of whom survive her. Robert Fisher, of Seattle, Wash., Dr. Lee Fisher of Hannibal; and Mrs. John T. Barker, of Kansas City. She is also survived by her husband and one brother. She became a christian and united with the church in about 1868. She has lived to prove the reality of her faith, and died in the triumphs of a christian's death. Funeral services were held at the residence, Tuesday at 10:30 a. m. conducted by Rev. F. L. Hudson, after which the remains were laid to rest in La Plata cemetery. The Home Peess extends sympathy to the beresved relstives. feather Hirkl To Bt Pi Fair tonight, probably frost. Friday fsir and warmer. EMPEROR WILLIAM NEAR DEATH'S DOOR B RIGHT'S DISEASE GRIPS THE KAISER Says He Can Last Only A Few Months- German American Bankers Gives News As Authentic Soecial to Home'.Press London, April 5, 1917 The Morning Post today printed a cablegram from its Washington correspondent saying that Em peror William is fatally ill with Rrieht's Disease, and that his death probably will occur within a few months. This information, it was said, was secured from German-American bankers. MANY CASES ON THE DOCKET AT MACON Damage Snits Are In The Lead 195 Cases Are Docketed Macon, Mo., April 4. There are 195 cases on the Macon Circuit Court docket for April. Judge Drain of Shelbyville will be here to open court the 16th. Damage cases have the lead. Next are liquor leases, of which there ate 40, less than half that was on the docket at the last term. There are 22 divorce cases and five change of venve cases. The largest case to be tried is that of Mattie C. Peltzer, against two insurance companies that had issued policies on her husband's life. Peltzer fell from the upper window of a skyscrapper building in Kansas City, and the issue is as to the cause of his death. It is said it will take a week to try one of the cases. Another case is that of Ely J. and Emma Edwards aeainstWm.E. Nottingham, Ed Courtney and Manly Fuller. The plaintiffs sue for $1,450 actual damages and $2,500 punitive damaees, alleging that defend ants conspired to defraud them in a trade for their farm. PEACE MOVEMENT IN AUSTRIA-HUNGARY May Make Separate Peace Germany Says Their War Aims Are Different Special to Home Press London, April 5, 1917. ine peace movement in Austria-Hun gary is reported to be growing with but little check from the government. Dispatches from Hague say that the Prussian conservatives have realized that the war aims of Austria-Hungary are different from those of Germany, and political opinions differ also. An Amsterdam dispatch says that Emperor Charles of Austria intends to make a public state ment shortly on the peace efforts of the Central Powers. Chronicle-Herald Boys Times Democrat The Macon Daily Chronicle-Herald has purchased the Macon Times-Democrat and will move their office to their new possession about the middle of this month. The Times-Democrat has been remaining idle since it went into himVrnntev. The olant was sold by the referee, J. D. Gattey purchasing same. Last week Mr. Gattey sold the plant to the Chroicle Herald. It has been demonstrated to the satisfaction of every ore in Macon that two dailies could not exist there and an effort has been on toot for some time to consolidate the two before the Times Democrat failed, but with no result. JAeJ:JCf,TC,e'"ri:L'i .'a' l Press wishes them success and a clear field. AH Ptst-ustert Cider OJ Service Washington, Mar. 31 Post-muster General Burleson issued an order today formally placingi all first, second and third class postmasters under civil service. All such prospective postmasters receiving commisicns must pass a civil service elimination, sltho they are still to be selected by the President and their Domination, must be confirmed by thePresident. 5, 1917. Methodist Episcopal Church Our services next Sunday will be an observation of the Resurrection of the Christ, with a ser mon at the morning hour by Mrs. J. L. Bilbv. The choir is pre paring special music for the morning and evening. Every teacher, officer and member of the Sunday School should endeavor to make this the best day of the year. Please do not forget the special offering for the Mission Fields. A welcome to all, who will worship with us. KIRKSVILLE VISITED - BY DISASTROUS FIRE Four Buildings Are Burned To Ground Had Low Pressure of Water Fire, supposedly originating in the livery barn at Kirksville last Saturdav morning, caused the loss of two livery barns, roller skating rink and the Wabash restaurant. The fire was discovered about 3:30 a. m. Wind was blowing a regular hurricane and it soon spread from one building to another. With a low pressure ot water the fireman were unable to check the flames. The loss is estimated at $25,000 Is Now Virginia Island Washington, Mar. 31 The Dan ish West Indies, rechnstianed the Virginia Island at 11:00 today . . Ti 1 were tormany turnea over Dy Denmark to the United States Government. Danish Minister Brun received from Secretary of State Lansing a draft tor $25,000 f)f)0 the nurchase orice of the is lands drawn upon the treasury and signed by President Wilson, Secretary of State Lansing and Secretary of the treasury, McAdoo. Immediately thereafter Secretary of Navy Daniels dispatched the following message to Captain E. T. Pollock: "You are advised to take over the islands in the name of the United States." The Danish minister sent the following message to the Danish Governor: "You are authorized to deiiver the islands in the name ot trie king." Special Easter Service, Presbyterian Church The Presbyterian Choir will give their Easter Song Service, on Easter, at 11 o'clock. The progam is one ot the best mat the choir has prepared, and those who enjoy good music will not De disappointed in the service. The entire morning hour will be given to the music, which will consist of solos, duet, quartette, Men's Chorus and anthems for mixed voices. The service has been arranged and prepared at the expense of no little time and effort. All are welcome to enjoy the service who desire. No service in the evening. Meres Ts Kirksville G. G. Morris and family left Saturday for Kirksville to make their future home. Mr. Morris has accepted a position with the Palace Cafe at that place. They have many fnend here who will be sorry to learn of theirdep-irt-ure, but wish them success in their new location. Mr. and Mrs- H. L Sears Eatertaia Mr.andMri.il. I. Sears entertained the members of the card club and their husbands at their ihome Tuesday evening. Auction Bridce was the game of the even- ling after which dainty refresh ments were served and a good time had by those present. Ens leach Asstbei Ti ftp-rml tm Hob r Cattle 18O0 steady to strong, too 114.00 Hogs. 8.000 market 20 to 33 higher, top $15.75 new high record.Sheep 1100 steady, top IS 40. Ernest Landree of Atlanta was a business caller berc today. NO. 33 CHAMP CLARK ELECTED SPEAKER BLIND CONGRESSMAN NOMINATES HIM Vote Stood 217 to 205 Representative Green Nominates Mann No Time for Party Disadvantages Washington, April 2. Champ Clark of Missouri was re-elected Speaker of the House of the 65th congress soon after 1 o'clock today. Of the 435 members of that body, 420 were present. The nominating speech for the Speaker came from Representative Schall, the Progressive-Re publican of Minnesota, who, m the unofficial poll had been lined up as certain to vote for the Republican candidate, Representative Mann. Representative Mann was nominated by Representative Green of Massachusetts. The 65th congress got under way promptly at noon today. On the stroke of 12, the gavel fell in both houses of cowgress. In the house of Representatives Clerk South Tremble called the assemblage to order. The senate already organized, was called to order by Vice-President Marshall. After the clerk had called the House to order a prayer was offered by the blind Chaplain Rev. Henry Couden. "If war has been, or shall be forced on us," the chaplain said, "we pray that the heart of every American may throb with patriotic zeal, and that they shall uphold the President in whatever he may be called upon to do." After the reading of the President's proclamation convening the 65th congress in evtrordiu-ary session, the roll call ofrrtm-beis-elect was called to ascertain if there was a quorum pres ent. While the war spirit grew as the national legislature assembled the corridors were filled with visitors wearing peace badges. These read, "Keep us out of war." Comparatively few of the pacifists or the pro-wpr followers gained admission to the galleries proper. A dramatic moment of the House preliminary organization was the nomination of Lhr.mp Progressive-Republican Tiiom-as C. Schnall of Minnesota, the blind representative, was led to the center of the house by a page. His introductory remarks were of a patriotic nature. He continued in part: A state divided against itself in time of peace may stand, but today a division might be a serious matter. "We should forgo party advantage in a time like this. "Were my country not in the face of an international crisis, with the President and senate Democratic, it would be a matter of party prids me to cast my ballot for the Republican candi date. "With mv sightless eyes I Would be of H tie service to my country on the field of battle, but I can ue the sight God has given me to vote tight today. 1 believe the President she uid have a Democratic House behind him, and for that reason I shall cast my vote for that Progressive Democrat. Chan p Clark of Mis souri. A great wave rf Democratic applause sweot over the house as Representative Schall concluded. The Republicans sat silent. Schall then placed the rtrr.e cf Champ Clark in nomination for the Speakership. CardsfTsaaks We wish to exrre our sincere tharks to the rrary friends and neighbors for assistance and words of comfort during the sickness and death cf err wife and nuther. Johw Fisbbi AKD FAMILT.